Why use counsel for Retirement Visa O-A
We file Retirement Visa O-A at the France Embassy continuously and know where Visa Officers focus and which flags need a pre-emptive cover letter.
Filings at the France Embassy have moving parts — form revisions, financial thresholds, supporting docs — and we track every update so your bundle matches the current requirements.
How we work
Fixed-fee quotes — MFA fees and return courier included; no hidden extras.
Send documents via LINE/email. We review within 24 hours, return comments, then schedule notary and the rest of the chain.
Documents required for the France Embassy
Foreign documents may need Apostille or full legalisation depending on whether France is an Apostille party — we verify upfront.
Foreign documents may need Apostille or full legalisation depending on whether France is an Apostille party — we verify upfront.
Fees and timeline
Express MFA and notary slots are available next-business-day at additional cost.
Professional fee from THB 18,000, covering review, certified translation and slot booking — excluding the France Embassy's own fee paid directly.
Document checklist
- France Embassy visa form, fully completed
- Passport valid ≥ 6 months + copies of all stamped pages
- Photo per France Embassy specs, white background
- Eligibility evidence: อายุ ≥ 50 ปี
- Certified translation of invitation / admission / contract
- Bank statements (6 months) + bank letter
- Health / travel insurance per France rules
FAQ
Do I have to attend the France Embassy in person?
Most France Embassy processes require in-person biometrics/interview; preparation, translation and MFA legalisation can be delegated to our team.
How long does Retirement Visa O-A take?
Reference processing at the France Embassy is around 30–45 days, subject to season and document completeness.
What is the total cost?
Our fee from THB 18,000 + the France Embassy's consular fee + MFA legalisation THB 400-800/page.
Do you handle visa refusals?
Yes — we draft Appeal Letters and prepare additional evidence per the France Embassy's Refusal Code, no extra document-prep fee.
Do foreign documents need Apostille?
We verify whether France is an Apostille party at the start; otherwise full legalisation in both countries is required.